Myrtle Beach

Best Restaurants in Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach is known for 2 things: golf and good food. With more than 1,000 restaurants in the Grand Strand area to choose from, our top picks ensure you'll make the most of every meal on your next trip.

Carolina Roadhouse

Golf Magazine calls the Killer Dog at Carolina Roadhouse "a true 'guy thing' classic," seeing as you'll need a knife and fork to take down the foot-long kosher dog covered with a giant mound of french fries, homemade chili, cheese and onions. Expect big flavors — and portion sizes — whether you're craving a rack of ribs or fresh seafood. From the basket of sweet croissants to the main course, no one in your group should leave hungry.9601280

Golf Magazine calls the Killer Dog at Carolina Roadhouse "a true 'guy thing' classic," seeing as you'll need a knife and fork to take down the foot-long kosher dog covered with a giant mound of french fries, homemade chili, cheese and onions. Expect big flavors — and portion sizes — whether you're craving a rack of ribs or fresh seafood. From the basket of sweet croissants to the main course, no one in your group should leave hungry.

Carolina Roadhouse

Margaritaville

Margaritaville

This classic stop at Broadway on the Beach means, yes, longer waits and pricier entrees — but the famous Cheeseburger in Paradise, the boatload of tropical drinks and the free entertainment for the kids make Margaritaville a must on anyone's next Myrtle Beach vacation.9601280

This classic stop at Broadway on the Beach means, yes, longer waits and pricier entrees — but the famous Cheeseburger in Paradise, the boatload of tropical drinks and the free entertainment for the kids make Margaritaville a must on anyone's next Myrtle Beach vacation.

Croissants Bistro & Bakery does it all, ya'll. From your morning coffee to celebratory cakes to fine dining — the award-winning restaurant (and wine list) has been a Myrtle Beach favorite for nearly 20 years.

Croissants Bistro and Bakery

Dagwood's Deli

Dagwood's Deli

Dagwood's original location in Myrtle Beach (attached to Bumstead's Pub) serves up sandwiches on fresh hoagie rolls that are baked daily. Among the many specialty subs, Dagwood's Dipper consists of sliced turkey and melted Swiss cheese piled high and served warm on a sub roll, with bacon bits and homemade dill mayonnaise for dipping.9601280

Dagwood's original location in Myrtle Beach (attached to Bumstead's Pub) serves up sandwiches on fresh hoagie rolls that are baked daily. Among the many specialty subs, Dagwood's Dipper consists of sliced turkey and melted Swiss cheese piled high and served warm on a sub roll, with bacon bits and homemade dill mayonnaise for dipping.

Indo Thai

Forget your staple Thai takeout — the darkened atmosphere, off-the-tourist-path location and friendly staff make it worth your while to dine in at Indo Thai. Skeptics should rest assured that the Thai, sushi and hibachi are all delicious under the direction of owner and "sushi queen" Lara Heryadi.9601280

Forget your staple Thai takeout — the darkened atmosphere, off-the-tourist-path location and friendly staff make it worth your while to dine in at Indo Thai. Skeptics should rest assured that the Thai, sushi and hibachi are all delicious under the direction of owner and "sushi queen" Lara Heryadi.

Indo Thai

Abuelo's

Abuelo's

For the best Mexican food in Myrtle Beach, look no further than Abuelo's. From the moment you are seated in the dining room, which resembles an open-air Mexican courtyard, and served chips along with 4 made-from-scratch salsas, you know you're in for a treat.9601280

For the best Mexican food in Myrtle Beach, look no further than Abuelo's. From the moment you are seated in the dining room, which resembles an open-air Mexican courtyard, and served chips along with 4 made-from-scratch salsas, you know you're in for a treat.

Abuelo’s

Mr. Fish

Mr. Fish

Teddy Hammerman and his daughter Sheina saved the legendary Mr. Fish restaurant and seafood market. The restaurant has moved to a larger location on Ocean Boulevard, where you can expect fresh seafood and Southern cooking, including an extensive sushi menu and appetizers such as the fried green tomato tower and shrimp 'n' grits.9601280

Teddy Hammerman and his daughter Sheina saved the legendary Mr. Fish restaurant and seafood market. The restaurant has moved to a larger location on Ocean Boulevard, where you can expect fresh seafood and Southern cooking, including an extensive sushi menu and appetizers such as the fried green tomato tower and shrimp 'n' grits.

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NY Prime

NY Prime

Sometimes you just want to indulge in a serious steak — especially if you have clients to impress or golf buddies with big appetites. Both will be satisfied at the heralded NY Prime, which gracefully accommodates large groups and serves the highest-quality meat (USDA grade prime) and potatoes (fresh, jumbo Idahos) available.9601280

Sometimes you just want to indulge in a serious steak — especially if you have clients to impress or golf buddies with big appetites. Both will be satisfied at the heralded NY Prime, which gracefully accommodates large groups and serves the highest-quality meat (USDA grade prime) and potatoes (fresh, jumbo Idahos) available.

Rockefellers Raw Bar

Rockefellers Raw Bar

If you're craving a casual raw bar, pull up a captain's chair at Rockfellers Raw Bar and dive into a steam pot of mussels, clams or scallops, hush puppies with honey butter, or the obvious choice, a half-dozen oysters Rockefeller (with a splash of Pernod and fresh spinach).9601280

If you're craving a casual raw bar, pull up a captain's chair at Rockfellers Raw Bar and dive into a steam pot of mussels, clams or scallops, hush puppies with honey butter, or the obvious choice, a half-dozen oysters Rockefeller (with a splash of Pernod and fresh spinach).

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Big Mike's Soul Food

Big Mike's Soul Food

When you think of beach bites, you rarely think of "food that really sticks to your bones," but that's what you'll find at Big Mike's Soul Food. While you're in the South, you might as well as indulge in some down-home cooking and order the "meat-and-three" special with Queenie's famous fried chicken, collard greens, mashed potatoes and gravy, coleslaw or mac and cheese.9601280

When you think of beach bites, you rarely think of "food that really sticks to your bones," but that's what you'll find at Big Mike's Soul Food. While you're in the South, you might as well as indulge in some down-home cooking and order the "meat-and-three" special with Queenie's famous fried chicken, collard greens, mashed potatoes and gravy, coleslaw or mac and cheese.

Big Mike’s Soul Food

Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse

Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse

There are 2 prerequisites for Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse: Come hungry and be a meat lover. Reservations are recommended so you can be quickly seated and start enjoying the show, i.e., the continuous stream of Brazilian gauchos serving more than 15 different cuts of beef, pork, lamp and poultry.9601280

There are 2 prerequisites for Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse: Come hungry and be a meat lover. Reservations are recommended so you can be quickly seated and start enjoying the show, i.e., the continuous stream of Brazilian gauchos serving more than 15 different cuts of beef, pork, lamp and poultry.

Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse

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WonderWorks

From the looks of this place, you can expect more than laser tag to entertain the kids -- although WonderWorks has that, too. In fact, we're pretty sure there are some adults who wouldn't mind piloting a fighter jet, riding a 360-degree virtual roller coaster or lying on a bed of 3,500 nails.9601280

From the looks of this place, you can expect more than laser tag to entertain the kids -- although WonderWorks has that, too. In fact, we're pretty sure there are some adults who wouldn't mind piloting a fighter jet, riding a 360-degree virtual roller coaster or lying on a bed of 3,500 nails.

WonderWorks

ATV Adventure Tours

ATV Adventure Tours

With Carolina Backwoods, you can choose between the "Down n Dirty" or "High n Semi-Dry" guided tours, which are more family-friendly than they sound. In fact, riders under 12 can ride on the back of another ATV, so the whole family can go as fast (and get as muddy) as they like.9601280

With Carolina Backwoods, you can choose between the "Down n Dirty" or "High n Semi-Dry" guided tours, which are more family-friendly than they sound. In fact, riders under 12 can ride on the back of another ATV, so the whole family can go as fast (and get as muddy) as they like.

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Broadway at the Beach

Broadway at the Beach

Since its inception in 1996, Broadway at the Beach has become Myrtle's most popular destination and it's easy to see why. Looking for shops? It has 100. Theaters? Try 3. And last but not least, there’s plenty of dining. Expect classics like the Hard Rock Cafe and Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville as well as kitsch -- including the world's only KISS Coffeehouse.9601280

Since its inception in 1996, Broadway at the Beach has become Myrtle's most popular destination and it's easy to see why. Looking for shops? It has 100. Theaters? Try 3. And last but not least, there’s plenty of dining. Expect classics like the Hard Rock Cafe and Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville as well as kitsch -- including the world's only KISS Coffeehouse.

Hard Rock International

Second Ave Pier

Second Ave Pier

On the south end of the boardwalk, this 75-year-old landmark is famous for its fishing thanks to a wide variety of catch. Newly renovated, the Second Ave Pier's restaurant offers fresh seafood, spectacular views through its giant bay windows and a top-floor, open-air bar.9601280

On the south end of the boardwalk, this 75-year-old landmark is famous for its fishing thanks to a wide variety of catch. Newly renovated, the Second Ave Pier's restaurant offers fresh seafood, spectacular views through its giant bay windows and a top-floor, open-air bar.

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The Golf Capital of the World

The Golf Capital of the World

Before you challenge your golf game, you'll have to choose from Myrtle Beach's 100 courses. Don't miss the Grand Dunes. With newly upgraded Champion Bermuda greens and 7 holes, as well as beautiful views of the Intracoastal Waterway, it’s one of the premier championship golf courses on the East Coast.9601280

Before you challenge your golf game, you'll have to choose from Myrtle Beach's 100 courses. Don't miss the Grand Dunes. With newly upgraded Champion Bermuda greens and 7 holes, as well as beautiful views of the Intracoastal Waterway, it’s one of the premier championship golf courses on the East Coast.

Grand Dunes

Barefoot Landing

Barefoot Landing

With over 100 shops and restaurants around Louis Lake, Barefoot Landing's complex still has the feeling of a quaint fishing village. The adjoining Alabama Theater, House of Blues and Alligator Adventure (one of the largest reptile zoos in the world) also provide plenty of entertainment.9601280

With over 100 shops and restaurants around Louis Lake, Barefoot Landing's complex still has the feeling of a quaint fishing village. The adjoining Alabama Theater, House of Blues and Alligator Adventure (one of the largest reptile zoos in the world) also provide plenty of entertainment.

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Pirates Voyage

Pirates Voyage

You’ve heard of Dixie Stampede and Medieval Times, but there’s a new dinner theater in town. Come aboard the Pirates Voyage for mermaids, acrobatic pirates, live sea lions … what more could you want? Make sure to get here for the pre-show - the kids will love it.9601280

You’ve heard of Dixie Stampede and Medieval Times, but there’s a new dinner theater in town. Come aboard the Pirates Voyage for mermaids, acrobatic pirates, live sea lions … what more could you want? Make sure to get here for the pre-show - the kids will love it.

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Water Sports

Water Sports

Whether you’re racing jet skis, sailing high above the sea in a parasail or clinging on to a banana boat for dear life -- your vacation won’t be complete without a little daredevil action on the water.9601280

Whether you’re racing jet skis, sailing high above the sea in a parasail or clinging on to a banana boat for dear life -- your vacation won’t be complete without a little daredevil action on the water.

Brookgreen Gardens

Take a guided tour or explore on your own to see why Brookgreen Gardens has been named one of the top 10 public gardens in the US by TripAdvisor. With a world-renowned art collection and a native-animal zoo on the grounds, there’s something for everyone.9601280

Take a guided tour or explore on your own to see why Brookgreen Gardens has been named one of the top 10 public gardens in the US by TripAdvisor. With a world-renowned art collection and a native-animal zoo on the grounds, there’s something for everyone.

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Ripley’s Aquarium

Ripley’s Aquarium

The $40 million Ripley's Aquarium doesn’t disappoint. As you glide on a 330-foot moving path through “Dangerous Reef,” you’ll be surrounded by 10-foot sharks, stingrays and a giant sea turtle.9601280

The $40 million Ripley's Aquarium doesn’t disappoint. As you glide on a 330-foot moving path through “Dangerous Reef,” you’ll be surrounded by 10-foot sharks, stingrays and a giant sea turtle.

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Franklin Burroughs Art Museum

Franklin Burroughs Art Museum

At any given time in the Art Museum of Myrtle Beach there are 6 to 8 contemporary art exhibits, a permanent collection of regional artwork and art classes tailored to children and adults. Stop by the gift shop to pick up work by local artisans and then relax in the tea room, which wraps along the front of the 1924-converted beach cottage and overlooks the ocean.9601280

At any given time in the Art Museum of Myrtle Beach there are 6 to 8 contemporary art exhibits, a permanent collection of regional artwork and art classes tailored to children and adults. Stop by the gift shop to pick up work by local artisans and then relax in the tea room, which wraps along the front of the 1924-converted beach cottage and overlooks the ocean.

The Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum

Carolina Opry

Carolina Opry

If you’re only going to see one show in Myrtle, see the original. The Opry offers everything from bluegrass and country to rock 'n' roll and Broadway hits -- as well as a Christmas show so popular it’s often sold-out by June.9601280

If you’re only going to see one show in Myrtle, see the original. The Opry offers everything from bluegrass and country to rock 'n' roll and Broadway hits -- as well as a Christmas show so popular it’s often sold-out by June.